What is the best way to travel from Madurai to Salem?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to Salem from Madurai. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 22 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Salem from Madurai?
You can reach Salem with just £4 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 30m022:30MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 22:30:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 03:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Krish Travels5h 30m021:45MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:15SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Krish Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 21:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 03:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Vivegam Travels5h 0m001:00MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand06:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Vivegam Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 01:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport3h 25m001:15MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand04:40SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 01:15:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada)3h 55m018:10MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand22:05SalemNew Bus Stand0BusinessA Bus from Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 18:10:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 22:05:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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BlaBlaCar2h 55m007:30Madurai10:30Salem0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 07:30:00 to , Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m011:10Madurai14:20Salem0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 11:10:00 to , Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 30m022:30MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 22:30:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Krish Travels5h 30m021:45MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:15SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Krish Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 21:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport3h 25m001:15MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand04:40SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 01:15:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Vivegam Travels5h 0m001:00MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand06:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Vivegam Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 01:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Sri Kumaran Travels4h 30m023:10MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:40SalemNew Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Sri Kumaran Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 23:10:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:40:00. 50 First Class ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from Madurai to Salem?
You can get to Salem from Madurai in just 2h 55m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar2h 55m007:30Madurai10:30Salem0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 07:30:00 to , Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m011:10Madurai14:20Salem0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 11:10:00 to , Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport3h 25m001:15MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand04:40SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 01:15:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada)3h 55m018:10MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand22:05SalemNew Bus Stand0BusinessA Bus from Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 18:10:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 22:05:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 30m022:30MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 22:30:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 03:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Vivegam Travels5h 0m001:00MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand06:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Vivegam Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 01:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 19/06/2026 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Krish Travels5h 30m021:45MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:15SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Krish Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 19/06/2026 21:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 03:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport3h 25m001:15MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand04:40SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Sri Vengamamba Bus Transport goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 01:15:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 30m022:30MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 22:30:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Sri Kumaran Travels4h 30m023:10MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:40SalemNew Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Sri Kumaran Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 23:10:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:40:00. 50 First Class ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Vivegam Travels5h 0m001:00MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand06:00SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Vivegam Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 01:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/06/2026 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Krish Travels5h 30m021:45MaduraiMattuthavani Bus Stand03:15SalemNew Bus Stand0Premium EconomyA Bus from Krish Travels goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/06/2026 21:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/06/2026 03:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Bus from Madurai to Salem
What are the most popular stations in Madurai and Salem?
In Madurai, you will usually depart from Periyar Bus Stand, Mattuthavani Bus Stand or Railway Station, while in Salem you will be arriving at Tamil Sangam Rd, Train Station or Alhind tours and travels, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Salem from Madurai? With 6 connections between 22 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Madurai and Salem, you can pay as low as £4 with a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Salem in just 2h 55m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Madurai and Salem are Intrcity Smartbus, Krish Travels and Vivegam Travels, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Madurai and Salem is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tirupparangunram or to Māllur, and look at flights from Madurai Airport, and landing at Salem Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Madurai to Salem?
The most popular companies between Madurai and Salem, are Intrcity Smartbus, Krish Travels and Vivegam Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Intrcity Smartbus, Krish Travels, Vivegam Travels and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Madurai to Salem
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Madurai to Salem. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Madurai to Salem
How can I reach Salem from Madurai?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Salem from Madurai.
How far is Salem from Madurai?
The distance between Madurai and Salem is 192.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Madurai and Salem?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 47 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Madurai to Salem?
You can get to Salem with just £4 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.
What is the fastest way to get from Madurai to Salem?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Salem in just 2h 55m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Madurai and to Salem
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Madurai and to Salem. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
